This once-a-year event will take place at ESC campus at Seahurst Park beach.

“An especially low tide combined with the protective darkness of night will give you the opportunity to see marine animals in a new light- your FLASHLIGHT!” reads an announcement. “Naturalists will be taking groups from the Environmental Science Center down to the beach to guide the experience and identify discoveries. Inside the center, you can learn more about marine life at the microscope station or join a game of marine bingo. Warm up with cider and cookies while socializing with fellow Puget Sound enthusiasts.”

A few friendly pointers and reminders:

Dress warmly

Wear rubber boots

Bring a flashlight

Do No Harm

Touch animals gently with a wet finger

Watch where you step

Leave rocks bigger than your fist where they are (don’t flip over)

Save the Children

Leave ALL animals and shells where you find them (don’t take them home)